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"Dare to Excel" Parent Newsletter
(Posted on 2/7/2012)
Help children succeed at school by creating a home environment that leads to trust, self-control, and independence. Nine newsletters in this series will each develop a different theme such as developing routines, setting limits, and providing good nutrition.

Kids on Internet

Keep Kids Safe on the Internet
(Posted on 11/18/2011)
How safe are you or your kids on the Internet? Today's kids and teens don't just "go" online, they "ARE" online via computers, cell phones, and other electronic devices. Though Internet access can provide a wealth of educational information and fun for kids and teens, Internet usage can also present safety concerns.

Science of Parenting

Parents Turn to the Science of Parenting Online Resource for Latest Research
(Posted on 9/15/2011)
Parents with inquiring minds want to know more than just buzz words about cyberbullying, video gaming and other hot topics related to raising kids and teens. Now they can get the latest research from the Science of Parenting, a new online resource from Iowa State University Extension.

Kids Snack Stations

Create After-School Snack Stations
(Posted on 8/29/2011)
Help kids make good choices by creating healthy snack stations in your home.

Robotics Youth

4-H Robotics Challenge Held at the Science Center of Iowa
(Posted on 3/12/2010)
On Saturday, February 20, seven 4-H members of the Calhoun County Tech Team known as the Mechanical Mindstormers participated in a 4-H Robotics Challenge at the Science Center of Iowa.

Field Corn

Give the Gift of Grain to Benefit Iowa 4-H
(Posted on 11/10/2009)
Crop producers who want to support Iowa 4-H Youth Development have another option besides writing a check or donating cash. They can give the gift of grain.

Teenager

Families with Teens Can Learn to Deal with Stress, Manage Conflict and Live Together
(Posted on 11/10/2009)
“Combine economic worries with ever-changing parent-teen relationships, and you have the potential for a lot of stressed-out families,” said Kimberly Greder, an Iowa State University associate professor and ISU Extension family life specialist.

News from Iowa State University Extension
4-H’ers Can Explore the Mysteries of Egypt at the Science Center of Iowa
(Posted on 2/9/2012)
Iowa 4-H’ers can pack their overnight bags for a night of fun and education at the Science Center of Iowa (SCI) April 27.
4-H Center Offers Summer Wilderness Trips to Youth
(Posted on 2/6/2012)
Calling all campers, aged 14 to 18. The Iowa 4-H Center plans to host two wilderness trips this summer, says Abbie Parker, program specialist at the Iowa 4-H Center near Madrid.
Have Fun, Support 4-H at Iowa 4-H Foundation Gala
(Posted on 1/27/2012)
The third annual Iowa 4-H Gala includes food, entertainment and a variety of opportunities to support the Iowa 4-H program statewide and at the club level. Registration is open now for the Feb. 25 event at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown.
4-H’ers Show Cyclone Spirit at Iowa State Women’s Basketball
(Posted on 1/18/2012)
Nearly 700 Iowa 4-H youth, families and friends cheered on the Iowa State University Women’s Basketball team during 4-H Day at Hilton Coliseum. The fourth annual event attracted 4-H’ers from throughout the state.
Parent-Child Cell Phone Debate Continues
(Posted on 1/17/2012)
Parents can exert a measure of control over their child’s mobile phone use by limiting use, checking its contents and using it to monitor the whereabouts of their offspring. However, with a few exceptions, these activities by parents do not seem to impact patterns of cell phone use by teens, according to Iowa State University Extension and Outreach family life specialists.
4-H Camp Counselors Grow with Campers
(Posted on 12/22/2011)
Each year, hundreds of eager campers, ages 6 to 17, attend camp at the Iowa 4-H Center. From day and overnight camps, leadership development and extreme adventure getaways, to camps for the whole family, there’s a camp designed for every child’s needs and interests.
Iowa 4-H Foundation Announces New Peyton Family Scholarship
(Posted on 12/19/2011)
Sue and Harold Peyton of Sac County have established the Peyton Family Scholarship through the Iowa 4-H Foundation. The $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to an Iowa State University student in a major related to agriculture who will be a sophomore, junior or senior in fall 2012.
Cass, Decatur, Taylor Counties Add 4-H History Online
(Posted on 12/16/2011)
Cass, Decatur and Taylor counties have added their 4-H history to Iowa 4-H History by County, a blog detailing the history of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach 4-H Youth Development. The history blog is a partnership of the Iowa 4-H program and the Iowa 4-H Foundation.
 
Iowa 4-H Foundation Gala Is Feb. 25, 2012
(Posted on 12/15/2011)
Iowans can make a positive impact for Iowa’s youth by attending the Iowa 4-H Foundation’s 3rd Annual Gala on Feb. 25, 2012, at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown. Registration is now open.
Donate Grain and Invest in Iowa’s #1 Crop: Youth
(Posted on 11/23/2011)
By donating grain, farmers can support Iowa’s number one crop, youth, say officials with the Iowa 4-H Foundation. Donations to the Iowa 4-H Foundation can be designated to county 4-H endowments, for statewide use or for both purposes.
 

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Staff

Carol Ehlers - 4-H Youth Program Specialist
Phone: 712/732-5056
Fax: 712/732-5006
Email: xehlers@iastate.edu

Nicole Meyer - Clover Kids Coordinator
Phone: 712/297-8611
Fax: 712/297-7011
Email: meyernic@iastate.edu

Jill Mims - County Youth Coordinator
Phone: 712-297-8611
Fax: 712-297-7011
Email: jmims@iastate.edu

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